1996 BMW M3 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 105 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (320 Nm). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW M3 | 1976 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M3 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 338 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |